Throughout my career I have always focused on outcomes that make a difference for the people of King County: public safety, housing and transportation. We deserve to feel and be safe in our communities – which is why I have delivered public safety solutions from support for law enforcement to crime prevention, and behavioral health responses. Our communities are growing increasingly expensive – which is why I fight for expanded access to affordable housing and convenient, sustainable transportation options.
I’m excited for the opportunity to bring my experience, perseverance and proven record to the office of County Executive.
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LifeWire: https://www.lifewire.org/
DAWN: https://dawnrising.org/
Eastside Legal Assistance Program: https://elap.org/
King County Sexual Assault Resource Center: https://www.kcsarc.org/en/
Abortion is healthcare, and the right to safe abortions saves lives. I am deeply committed to ensuring abortion care is accessible in King County and Washington State, including for those traveling from other states to exercise their reproductive rights safely and with dignity.
As the lead... sponsor of the legislation funding the Northwest Abortion Access Fund and the council motion opposing the Dobbs decision, I’ve worked hard to safeguard reproductive rights in our region.
If elected as King County Executive, I will continue the fight to protect and expand reproductive rights.
*This picture is of Victor and me at the women's march in 2016!
As a member of the hospital funding leadership group, I made sure Harborview Medical Center has the funding it needs to provide life-saving care and essential public health services to everyone in our community. I also worked to improve public safety, expand affordable housing, and help people ...experiencing homelessness find stable, supportive homes.
These are steps toward building a healthier, safer King County for all of us, but I know there’s so much more to do. I’m committed to getting it done.
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kingcounty.govArts and culture are an essential part of healthy individuals and healthy communities. That’s why I’m so proud of King County’s Doors Open program, an initiative I have championed for almost a decade which is now delivering nearly $800 million to enrich and expand arts and cultural spaces ...across our region.
Supporting programs like Doors Open is one of the most rewarding parts of my work, and I’ll continue to champion efforts that help our region grow in ways that are not just strong but soulful.
"If there’s been a countywide transit or housing initiative over the last decade, chances are Balducci has had a hand in it." - The Urbanist
I’m proud of the work we’ve done to make King County more connected and affordable, but I know there’s still more to do.
...Check out this Urbanist article to learn more about my work and vision for King County: https://www.theurbanist.org/2024/12/03/claudia-balducci-wants-to-tackle-king-countys-challenges/
Hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving surrounded by loved ones! Jim, Angel (our sweet dog), Victor (now 18—how do they grow up so fast?!), and I are so thankful for our amazing King County community. Grateful for your support and excited for what’s ahead!
Let’s keep the momentum rolling! 🚴♀️
The race is officially ON, and I’m so grateful for the incredible press and support we’ve received so far. But as much as I wish campaigns ran on enthusiasm and dedication alone, they also need funding to stay on track.
If ...you're able, I’d truly appreciate your support to help fuel this campaign: https://secure.anedot.com/claudiabalducci/donatekce-social
Thank you! (And if you couldn’t tell… I love my bike)
The Stranger called me a “Transit Die Hard,” and I proudly accept that label. From leading Sound Transit's three-county light rail expansion, to bringing light rail to the Eastside to championing the 42-mile Eastrail and providing free transit for youth, I’ve spent my career making sure ...King County moves forward—literally.
Now, I’m running for King County Executive to continue expanding transit options and connecting communities.
